Banana Boat hair & scalp defense, Clear Sunscreen Spray SPF 30, Avobenzone 2.0%, Homosalate 6.0%, Octocrylene 6.0%, pack
Summary
The FDA issued a Class I for Banana Boat hair & scalp defense, Clear Sunscreen Spray SPF 30, Avobenzone 2.0%, by Edgewell Personal Care Brands, LLC. Reason: Chemical contamination: presence of benzene.
Details
Source
Drug Recall
External ID
D-0212-2024
Action Date
2022-09-21
Status
Terminated
Category
drug
Product Description
Banana Boat hair & scalp defense, Clear Sunscreen Spray SPF 30, Avobenzone 2.0%, Homosalate 6.0%, Octocrylene 6.0%, packaged in Net Wt 6 oz. aluminum spray can, Distributed by: Edgewell Personal Care Brands, LLC, Shelton, CT 06484, UPC 0 79656 04041 8
Lot/Code Info: Lot #: 20016AF, Exp. date December 30, 2022; 20084BF, Exp. date February 28, 2023; 21139AF, Exp. date April 30, 2024; 20301CF, Exp. date September 30, 2023
Quantity Affected: 139,680 aluminum spray cans
Reason for Recall
Chemical contamination: presence of benzene
Distribution
USA nationwide.
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2022-07-29
Company
Shelton, CT
Context & Analysis
This is a Class I recall. Class I recalls are the most serious — there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
This was one of 76 drug recalls issued in the same week, part of 267 drug-related FDA actions this month.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Class I recall?
A Class I recall is the most serious type. The FDA has determined there is a reasonable probability that the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Consumers should stop using the product immediately.
What should I do if I have this product?
Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Edgewell Personal Care Brands, LLC) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.
How often does Edgewell Personal Care Brands, LLC have FDA actions?
This is the only FDA action we have on record for Edgewell Personal Care Brands, LLC in our database.
Where can I find the official FDA record?
The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "D-0212-2024" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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